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School vouchers are one example of the stakes in legislative elections
by Wayne Schutsky
The November election in Arizona could determine whether a rapidly expanding school voucher program is reined in by the Legislature. That's the goal Democrats have -- if they can get a majority.
Wall Street Is A Big Source Of Campaign Cash For Democrats
by Jim Zarroli
The two major political parties raise money differently. Republicans tend to get more money from older industries such as energy and manufacturing. Democrats do better with technology and health care.
Nigerian Security Forces Open Fire On Protesters In Lagos
by Eyder Peralta
The largest protests in Nigeria in decades have shut down Lagos, Africa's largest city. For nearly two weeks, young people have been protesting police brutality and the lack of opportunity.
Watchdogs Examine Pompeo's Election-Year Politics For Law Breaking
by Michele Kelemen
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has been far more overtly political than his predecessors, raising ethics concerns about his possible Hatch Act violations.
Pandemic Costs Pile Up As Many Schools Remain Closed
by Cory Turner
The pandemic-driven recession has forced states to slash their education budgets. School funding experts worry districts will have to make devastating cuts if the federal government doesn't help soon.
Britain Moves Toward Ethically Controversial COVID-19 Vaccine Trial
by Joe Palca
The British government has announced plans for a coronavirus vaccine challenge trial. Volunteers will receive an experimental vaccine and be exposed to the virus to test its efficacy.
Will A Stimulus Deal Be Reached Before Election Day?
by Franco Ordoñez
While negotiations continue over a stimulus plan, President Trump is set to hold a rally in North Carolina Wednesday night, and former President Obama campaigns in Philadelphia for Joe Biden.
Organized Crime Group Uses Candy To Sweeten Its Image
The group In Japan usually hands out Halloween candy at its headquarters in Kobe, but this year authorities have banned them from participating.
Even With A Double-Digit Lead Over Trump, Biden Campaign Is Anxious
by Scott Detrow
In the closing stretch of the presidential campaign, Democrats see that their candidate is up in the polls — but fear another 2016. Joe Biden's campaign is specifically warning about complacency.
News Brief: Google Faces Lawsuit, COVID-19 Vaccine, Nigeria Protests
The Justice Department files an antitrust suit against Google. U.K. researchers move ahead with a challenge trial for a COVID-19 vaccine. And, Nigerians protest police brutality and economic hardship.
Climate Change Is A Top Campaign Issue — At Least For Democrats
Former Vice President Biden says tackling climate change is all about creating jobs. We examine his ambitious plans to make the U.S. economy carbon neutral and challenges he would face as president.